Best portale scale for weighing items

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 09:34 AM

I am seriously thinking of buying this...I been looking at one similar to this, but it was only 330lbs and $10 or so more expensive.

It would be for weighting packages that I mail out to customers, as well as getting ewaste shipments ready for sending out as well.

Also, it would be used for when I start to buy stuff as well from locals or abroad.

Any thoughts?

Amazon.com: SAGA 360 LB X 0.2 s DIGITAL POSTAL SCALE for SHIPPING WEIGHT POSTAGE W/AC 160 KG: Office Products

**oldtoothlessbassmaster** · 02-07-2013, 09:39 AM

did you read the 1 user review about the actual total weight the scale will handle

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 09:42 AM

Originally Posted by oldtoothlessbassmaster

did you read the 1 user review about the actual total weight the scale will handle

Didnt notice it had one. I saw that though...kind of odd it would have 2 different weights.

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 09:48 AM

lol ok...what gives..

In this one, the picture says it has 150lb capacity but in the title, it says 330lb....The reviews for it are pretty good though.

http://www.amazon.com/330-Digital-Sh...f=pd_sbs_op_13

**ryanw** · 02-07-2013, 09:57 AM

I have that scale, and it works well for the price. I only use it to estimate heavier items for shipping. If you are going to be using a scale to be buying from the public, you will need to get a better one and have it certified by your county's weights and measures division.

Originally Posted by GeorgeB

lol ok...what gives..

In this one, the picture says it has 150lb capacity but in the title, it says 330lb....The reviews for it are pretty good though.

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 10:05 AM

Originally Posted by rawresale

I have that scale, and it works well for the price. I only use it to estimate heavier items for shipping. If you are going to be using a scale to be buying from the public, you will need to get a better one and have it certified by your county's weights and measures division.

Why is it not good enough for the public?

**ryanw** · 02-07-2013, 10:14 AM

Mine at least is not consistent with weights. I can weigh, pull off the item, and weigh again and it changes. Although, it is not a big difference for shipping, it isn't completely accurate.

**1956** · 02-08-2013, 07:45 PM

In most states you need to have weights and measure certifie a scale that you use for buying by the lbs,then afer the state certifies the scale they will put a sticker on the scale certifing that the weight is correct..

**mrsamsonite** · 04-03-2013, 01:43 PM

Originally Posted by GeorgeB

lol ok...what gives..

In this one, the picture says it has 150lb capacity but in the title, it says 330lb....The reviews for it are pretty good though.

Amazon.com: 330 Lb Digital Shipping Scale WeighMax: Office Products

The confusion about the two numbers on the same product is that one is kilos and the other is pounds. Ex. 1kg = 2.2 lbs so, 150#(kg) x 2.2lbs = 330lb.
You see only 3 countries in the world dont use the metric system (in this case kilos) and the US is one of them. So you can see why sellers would want to put it in metric also.

And for those of you that dislike the comments that George puts or think that he puts too many, just let him be and let him enjoy his thread. Personally I think George strikes up great conversation for the most part, and contributes quite a bit.

**GeorgeB** · 04-03-2013, 08:10 PM

Originally Posted by mrsamsonite

The confusion about the two numbers on the same product is that one is kilos and the other is pounds. Ex. 1kg = 2.2 lbs so, 150#(kg) x 2.2lbs = 330lb.
You see only 3 countries in the world dont use the metric system (in this case kilos) and the US is one of them. So you can see why sellers would want to put it in metric also.

And for those of you that dislike the comments that George puts or think that he puts too many, just let him be and let him enjoy his thread. Personally I think George strikes up great conversation for the most part, and contributes quite a bit.

You make a good point. Didn't think about that. Thanks for the information.

I will be the first to admin, that sometimes my posts are useless/pointless, but in all fairness and honesty, there is a lot of members that will go off topic from time to time. It is no different then sitting around with a bunch of friends, family, or colleagues and "shooting the breeze"

All the negative comments or criticism, I just let them go really. Everyone is entitled to their opinion.

Originally Posted by Libertytow

we use all our scales from gerhart best investment ever

Will look them up, and book mark them for the future. Thanks.

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 10:24 AM

Not sure what to do now....I need/want one, but don't want to waste any amount of money if they cant even be accurate.

**ryanw** · 02-07-2013, 10:52 AM

Even though they cost a lot more, look at the professional grade scales that scrap yards use. You'll probably be glad you got one in the long run.

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 10:56 AM

Originally Posted by rawresale

Even though they cost a lot more, look at the professional grade scales that scrap yards use. You'll probably be glad you got one in the long run.

Not at that quite yet. Portable one is best for me. I went ahead and bought one. I know enough computer guys here (a few in my wife's family) that if it needs tweeking or whatever, they can handle it.

**KzScrapper** · 02-07-2013, 11:09 AM

I have this one that I got when I bought a whole room at an auction for less then $10. Scrapped the metal in the room and kept the scale...I verify I had the same weight when I drop off at the Fedex Depot and it has never lied so far. Needs no power and has a lock on it when the box is too big to see the dial. Only goes to 100#'s but most packages sent out are less then 70#'s and if I'm weighing something heavier I divide it into smaller lots. It travels well too.

Pelouze Scale Model P100S 100LB Scale Weigh Scale Shipping Scale | eBay

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 11:25 AM

ok I'm curious...why do these scales say things like 440lb but then say 100lb capacity. which s it?

**jghilino** · 02-07-2013, 11:37 AM

Weighmax 75 lb Pound Digital Postal Shipping Scale w AC Free Expedited Shipping | eBay

only 75 pounds but does everything i need it to do

**jbravo54** · 02-07-2013, 12:37 PM

I was looking at this one. How's it look?

Accuteck 440lb Heavy Duty Digital Menta Industry Shipping Postal Scale w C | eBay

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 12:48 PM

Originally Posted by jbravo54

I was looking at this one. How's it look?

Accuteck 440lb Heavy Duty Digital Menta Industry Shipping Postal Scale w C | eBay

That is actually the exact one I just bought like 20 or so minutes ago.

I liked the description, the fact that they said it could go up to 440lbs, the return policies, etc.

I say for that amount of lbs, it is a good deal.

**jbravo54** · 02-07-2013, 01:59 PM

here's another on from the same seller.

Weighmax UB840 440 lb x 0 05lb Industrial Heavy Duty Shipping Postal Scale 200kg | eBay

are there reviews on ebay? i can't seem to find any, or i am just looking with my eyes closed?

**GeorgeB** · 02-07-2013, 02:22 PM

Originally Posted by jbravo54

here's another on from the same seller.

Weighmax UB840 440 lb x 0 05lb Industrial Heavy Duty Shipping Postal Scale 200kg | eBay

are there reviews on ebay? i can't seem to find any, or i am just looking with my eyes closed?

Same one i just bought, just different color.

Ebay has no reviews that I am aware of.